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Tanoreen is now twice as nice

for The Brooklyn Paper

Everybody’s favorite Middle Eastern eatery just got better, and by better, we mean bigger.

Last month, Bay Ridge Middle Eastern standby Tanoreen moved down the block for an upgrade — a swankier dining area, plus nearly triple the seating. That means no more 90-minute waits for the best baked eggplant this side of the Atlantic.

“We had grown out of our old space,” said general manager and co-owner Jumana Bishara. “We’re really excited about the opportunity to serve more people. It’s just a bigger, better space.”

Fans of Chef Raiwa Bishara’s impeccable culinary prowess should worry not — the move meant no changes to the extensive, perfectly spiced menu she’s been dishing up since 1998.

The new space also features a separate takeout area, lunch specials, and, most importantly, a full bar and wine list (though we will miss the BYOB days). The mother-daughter team warns that despite the 50 extra seats, there is often still a weekend wait, so reservations are recommended.

Tanoreen [7523 Third Ave. between 75th and 76th Streets in Bay Ridge, (718) 748-5600].

Reader Feedback

Mare from Bay Ridge says:
I went to Tanareen last week and thought the food was o.k. I had the stuffed grape leaves with lamb, they were good, but so small. I had the shish kebob sandwich with lamb which lacked tahini sauce. The best thing was the dessert. I don't know how to spell the name of the dessert, but it had walnuts, rose water, pistachios and it was delicious!

I thought the menu was pricey and I've had better middle eastern food for less.
Feb. 5, 2010, 12:06 pm
gimme from aroundtheway says:
is bbwmilf kebab on the menu?
Feb. 5, 2010, 12:07 pm
sarah from red hook says:
Yay Tanoreen!
Feb. 8, 2010, 12:37 pm
Kittie from aroundtheway says:
@gimme -
Oh yes it is, it's their speciality. So nice smothered with oily hummus.
But it's big, you probably can't finish the whole thing yourself.
Feb. 10, 2010, 7:43 am

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